WHAT IS THE NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL?

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is an umbrella organization for nine historically black, international Greek lettered fraternities and sororities. The nine NPHC organizations are collectively referred to as the "Divine Nine."

NPHC was formed as a permanent organization on May 10, 1930 on the campus of Howard University, in Washington, D.C. NPHC was incorporated under the laws of the State of Illinois in 1937.

The council promotes interaction through forums, meetings and other mediums for the exchange of information and engages in cooperative programming and initiatives through various activities and functions.

Today, the primary purpose and focus of member organizations remains community awareness and action through educational, economic, and cultural service activities. The individual member is also expected to align with a graduate/alumni chapter, following graduation from college to perpetuate the purpose of the council.

WHO IS A PART OF THE NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL?

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Delta Delta Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Zeta Gamma Chapter
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Beta Pi Chapter
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Zeta Gamma Chapter
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.